Fleet Workshop Controller

UNITED UTILITIES GROUP PLC; Widnes; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Best Doctors

MyGymDiscounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

United Utilities Group PLC is seeking a Fleet Workshop Controller to lead a skilled workshop team, ensure safe maintenance, and optimise fleet availability for critical services.

You will manage resources, oversee MOT testing, uphold safety standards, and drive continuous improvement across workshop operations at the Widnes hub.

Qualifications

• CPC or equivalent transport‑related qualification is required.
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence requirements and regulatory framework.
• Proven leadership skills to motivate, develop and manage a workshop team.
• Experience using fleet management systems such as Tranman or SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day workshop activities to ensure safe, efficient maintenance and repairs.
• Plan and allocate workshop resources (technicians, equipment, parts) to maximise fleet availability.
• Ensure vehicles meet legal, regulatory and Operator Licence requirements.
• Oversee MOT testing via internal facilities or approved external providers.
• Develop and support a high‑performing workshop team and promote a positive safety culture.
• Provide technical guidance to operational teams and internal customers.
• Support fleet projects and initiatives to improve service, performance and cost efficiency.
• Own the workshop business plan and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support fleet mobilisation during incidents and emergencies as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Fleet operations

Health & safety

Problem-solving

Budget management

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Tranman

SAP

Job description

Are you a proactive leader with a passion for fleet operations, safety, and delivering exceptional service? We're looking for a Fleet Workshop Controller to take ownership of our workshop operations, leading a skilled team of mechanics to ensure our fleet remains safe, compliant, and available to support the vital services we provide every day.

In this key role, you'll coordinate and oversee all maintenance and repair activities, ensuring work is completed efficiently, cost effectively, and to the highest standards. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining fleet compliance, meeting Operator Licence requirements, and ensuring adherence to all relevant fleet and Health & Safety legislation. Working closely with operational teams across the business, you'll help maximise fleet availability while providing critical support during incidents and emergencies, including the mobilisation of emergency response vehicles.

If you're a strong people leader with fleet or workshop management experience, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to make a real impact by keeping a vital fleet operational and ready to serve our customers and communities.

• Leading and coordinating day‑to‑day workshop activities, ensuring maintenance and repair work is completed safely, efficiently and on schedule.
• Planning and allocating workshop resources, including technicians, equipment and parts, to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime.
• Ensuring all vehicles are maintained in line with legal, regulatory and Operator Licence requirements.
• Managing MOT testing activities through both internal facilities and approved external providers.
• Leading, developing and supporting a team of skilled workshop technicians to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.
• Taking ownership of Health & Safety within the workshop, promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Providing technical guidance and support to operational teams and internal customers.
• Supporting Transport Services projects and fleet‑related initiatives across the business.
• Owning and developing the workshop business plan, identifying opportunities to improve service, performance and cost efficiency.
• Supporting fleet mobilisation during incidents and emergency response activities when required.

• Relevant experience in a vehicle maintenance, fleet or transport environment, with a strong understanding of workshop operations and fleet compliance.
• A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) or equivalent transport‑related qualification.
• Good knowledge of Operator Licence requirements and the regulatory framework governing fleet operations.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and manage team performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work effectively with customers, contractors and colleagues.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands.
• Experience using fleet management and business systems, such as Tranman, SAP or similar.
• A proven commitment to Health & Safety and the ability to promote a positive safety culture.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and implement effective solutions.
• Budget management experience and a commercial mindset focused on delivering value and operational efficiency.
• The ability to plan both short and long‑term activities to support fleet availability and business objectives.

Salary £51,233

Up to 7.5% performance‑related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements

This role will be field based, based out of one of our operational hubs

A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays

A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover

A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company‑funded scheme

MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions

Best Doctors

Salary Finance

Wealth at Work courses

Deals and discounts

EVolve Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Mental health first aiders

ShareBuy

MORE Choices flexible benefits

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Salary - £51,233

Work Type - Onsite

Job Location - Shell Green Mersey Valley Process Centre, Bennetts Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0WB

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long‑term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.